Compiling may take several attempts depending on the version of mono. Try xbuild GK6X.sln, or msbuild GK6X.sln, or xbuild /p:TargetFrameworkVersion=v4.5 /p:TargetFrameworkProfile="", or ask for help in #4.

The /p command line arg can be used to set a prefixed file name of the config to use. For example GK6X.exe /p test will use test - 655491200.txt as the target config file (where the keyboard model id is 655491200). It’s a non-standard 60% layout that fits in dedicated arrow keys not typically found on 60% mechanical keyboards. This type of layout obviously requires some compromises to key size and placement. Most notable are the short right shift (1u), modifier keys to the right of the spacebar (removed or reduced to 1u) and slightly shorter 2u left shift. Not only will this make finding replacement keycaps more difficult, but it also shifts the stagger of the keys on one row to the left by 0.25u. For my needs having dedicated arrow keys is eminently useful so those compromises are worth the result. Speaking of the feet, they are fairly large and textured to provide traction on a desk or other flat surface. The feet combined with its heavy weight hold the GK64 in place very well. It doesn’t easily slide around on a smooth surface.

Most people refer to these keyboards as only “GK” and tend to drop “optical” or “mechanical” from its name. It started causing a lot of confusion in the community. Therefore, the manufacturer of these keyboards decided to rename the Optical GK to just SK. Both type of keyboards are hot-swappable, however, the compatibility varies. SK keyboards are only compatible with MX style optical switches, but are not compatible with mechanical switches. On the other hand, GK keyboard are only compatible with MX style mechanical switches, but are not compatible with optical switches. One of the most important aspects of a mechanical keyboard that is often overlooked by manufacturers is the stabilized keys. The rest of the keyboard could be absolutely perfect, but if the stabilizers are of low quality or improperly installed it instantly ruins the typing feel and sound. No worries about that here. The GK64 has excellent stabilizers with proper installation and plenty of lubrication. Here you have two options: static RGB color or LE files; later stands for lightning scripts made from LE files tab in the software.

Macros is for recording automated input sequences with delay adjustment. Once recorded you can program the macro to a key using the Configurations tab. This is a command-line tool for mapping keys, macros, and lighting for GK6X keyboards (GK64, GK84, GK61, etc). This can be used as an alternative to the official software ( Windows / Mac).These budget mechanical keyboards have an awesome build quality with a great typing experience at an affordable price. Moreover, these are hot swappable keyboards which allows its users to swap between any key switch of their choice. What is difference between GK & SK keyboard ?